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    Residential Childcare Support Worker

    Budwood - Southampton, Hampshire

    £12.79 to £14.50 an hour

    ContractPart time

    Residential Childcare Support Worker Company: Budwood Limited Contract: Casual Salary: £12.79 - £14.50 per hour, dependent on qualification and experience Location: Southampton Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover Introduction Are you looking for a job where you can genuinely change a young person's life? Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, provides residential care and support for children and young people. Many of the young people have experienced difficult starts in life - that's why what we do really matters. We create safe, stable and supportive homes where young people can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills and move towards a more positive future. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to make a real difference. We're looking for caring and motivated Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team in Southampton. No two days are the same, and you'll play a key role in supporting young people, building positive relationships and helping them reach their potential. You don't need to have lots of experience - just the right attitude, willingness to learn and a genuine desire to help others. We'll support you with full training, so you feel confident in your role from day one. At Budwood, you'll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you are valued, encouraged and given the opportunity to grow. What is the job? We're looking for caring and reliable Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team, supporting children and young people in a safe and welcoming home. In this role, you will: Support young people with their daily routines Build positive relationships and be a trusted adult Help them develop confidence, life skills and independence Keep them safe, supported and encouraged every day If you have had experience of working with children or young people that will really help, but we understand that this may be your first time doing this type of work. We will give you all the training and support you need to do the role. Requirements for the role: Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to work towards it Friendly, able to speak as well as listen to children and colleagues Willing to complete an enhanced DBS check, cost covered by us What we offer: A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night Holiday accrual All meals on duty are provided Promotion opportunities Monthly clinical and professional supervision If you want to build a meaningful career supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team making a real difference - every single day. Applications for full time, permanent roles will also be considered. Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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    Added on 28 Sept 2026

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    Residential Childcare Support Worker

    Budwood - Bournemouth, Dorset

    £12.79 to £14.50 an hour

    ContractPart time

    Residential Childcare Support Worker Company: Budwood Limited Contract: Casual Salary: £12.79 - £14.50 per hour, dependent on qualification and experience Location: Bournemouth Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover Introduction Are you looking for a job where you can genuinely change a young person's life? Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, provides residential care and support for children and young people. Many of the young people have experienced difficult starts in life - that's why what we do really matters. We create safe, stable and supportive homes where young people can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills and move towards a more positive future. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to make a real difference. We're looking for caring and motivated Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team in Bournemouth. No two days are the same, and you'll play a key role in supporting young people, building positive relationships and helping them reach their potential. You don't need to have lots of experience - just the right attitude, willingness to learn and a genuine desire to help others. We'll support you with full training, so you feel confident in your role from day one. At Budwood, you'll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you are valued, encouraged and given the opportunity to grow. What is the job? We're looking for caring and reliable Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team, supporting children and young people in a safe and welcoming home. In this role, you will: Support young people with their daily routines Build positive relationships and be a trusted adult Help them develop confidence, life skills and independence Keep them safe, supported and encouraged every day If you have had experience of working with children or young people that will really help, but we understand that this may be your first time doing this type of work. We will give you all the training and support you need to do the role. Requirements for the role: Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to work towards it Friendly, able to speak as well as listen to children and colleagues Willing to complete an enhanced DBS check, cost covered by us What we offer: A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night Holiday accrual All meals on duty are provided Promotion opportunities Monthly clinical and professional supervision If you want to build a meaningful career supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team making a real difference - every single day. Applications for full time, permanent roles will also be considered. Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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    Added on 22 Sept 2026

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    Residential Childcare Support Worker

    Budwood - Poole, Dorset

    £12.70 to £14.50 an hour

    ContractPart time

    Residential Childcare Support Worker Company: Budwood Limited Contract: Casual Salary: £12.79 - £14.50 per hour, dependent on qualification and experience Location: Poole Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation - ad hoc cover Introduction Are you looking for a job where you can genuinely change a young person's life? Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, provides residential care and support for children and young people. Many of the young people have experienced difficult starts in life - that's why what we do really matters. We create safe, stable and supportive homes where young people can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills and move towards a more positive future. This is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to make a real difference. We're looking for caring and motivated Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team in Poole. No two days are the same, and you'll play a key role in supporting young people, building positive relationships and helping them reach their potential. You don't need to have lots of experience - just the right attitude, willingness to learn and a genuine desire to help others. We'll support you with full training, so you feel confident in your role from day one. At Budwood, you'll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you are valued, encouraged and given the opportunity to grow. What is the job? We're looking for caring and reliable Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team, supporting children and young people in a safe and welcoming home. In this role, you will: Support young people with their daily routines Build positive relationships and be a trusted adult Help them develop confidence, life skills and independence Keep them safe, supported and encouraged every day If you have had experience of working with children or young people that will really help, but we understand that this may be your first time doing this type of work. We will give you all the training and support you need to do the role. Requirements for the role: Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to work towards it Friendly, able to speak as well as listen to children and colleagues Willing to complete an enhanced DBS check, cost covered by us What we offer: A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night Holiday accrual All meals on duty are provided Promotion opportunities Monthly clinical and professional supervision If you want to build a meaningful career supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team making a real difference - every single day. Applications for full time, permanent roles will also be considered. Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

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    Added on 25 Sept 2026

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    Residential Childcare Support Worker

    Budwood - Dorchester, Dorset

    £12.79 to £14.50 an hour

    On-siteContractPart time

    Residential Childcare Support Worker Company: Budwood Limited Contract: Casual Salary: £12.79 - £14.50 per hour, dependent on qualification and experience Location: Dorchester Specific Hours: Shift pattern on rotation, ad hoc cover Introduction Are you looking for a job where you can genuinely change a young person's life? Budwood, part of the Polaris Community, provides residential care and support for children and young people. Many of the young people have experienced difficult starts in life; that's why what we do really matters. We create safe, stable and supportive homes where young people can rebuild their confidence, learn new skills and move towards a more positive future. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a real difference. We're looking for caring and motivated Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team in Dorchester. No two days are the same, and you'll play a key role in supporting young people, building positive relationships and helping them reach their potential. You don't need to have lots of experience; just the right attitude, willingness to learn and a genuine desire to help others. We'll support you with full training, so you feel confident in your role from day one. At Budwood, you'll be part of a supportive, friendly team where you are valued, encouraged and given the opportunity to grow. What Is the Job? We're looking for caring and reliable Casual Residential Support Workers to join our team, supporting children and young people in a safe and welcoming home. In this role, you will: Support young people with their daily routines Build positive relationships and be a trusted adult Help them develop confidence, life skills and independence Keep them safe, supported and encouraged every day If you have had experience of working with children or young people, that will really help, but we understand that this may be your first time doing this type of work. We will give you all the training and support you need to do the role. Requirements for the Role Hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare, Health and Social Care or equivalent, or be willing to work towards it Full UK driving licence and access to a car, travel required Friendly, able to speak as well as listen to children and colleagues What We Offer A sleep-in allowance of £64 per night Holiday accrual All meals on duty are provided Promotion opportunities Monthly clinical and professional supervision If you want to build a meaningful career supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join a team making a real difference every single day. Applications for full-time, permanent roles will also be considered. Budwood Limited is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check if successful for the position, cost covered by us.

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    Added on 9 Sept 2026

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    Residential Childcare Support Worker

    Headway Adolescent Resources - Bridgwater, Somerset

    £27,866.34 to £34,762.90 a year

    On-sitePermanentFull time

    Headway Adolescent Resources Residential Childcare Support Worker Location: Bridgwater Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 38 hours per week Salary Unqualified: £27,866.34 basic salary, with potential earnings of up to £33,447.67 including sleep-in shifts Qualified: £29,181.57 basic salary, with potential earnings of up to £34,762.90 including sleep-in shifts Benefits Holiday allowance Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution Employee Discount Scheme Employee Assistance Programme A sleep in allowance of £46 per night as and when the business needs. About Headway Headway Adolescent Resources, established in 1999, has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality residential care for adolescents. We pride ourselves on offering holistic, individualised support to young people from all backgrounds. We're now recruiting Residential Childcare Workers to join our home in Bridgwater! Purpose of the Role Based in one of our children's residential homes, you'll support young people with challenging behaviour, requiring flexibility, resilience, honesty and strong organisational skills. You'll be committed to delivering high-quality care that helps each young person achieve positive outcomes. This is a permanent role with great career prospects and full training within a growing organisation. You'll work an average of 38 hours per week on a two-days-on / four-days-off shift pattern, including two sleep-ins. You'll also receive generous allowances for bank holidays and overtime, as well as a performance-related bonus. Essential Skills Hold a full UK manual driving licence Be able to work independently and accurately while maintaining clear, organised records Have strong interpersonal skills and a positive approach to teamwork Be able to complete daily records in accordance with statutory and policy standards Have an empathetic, patient and supportive nature Have good written and verbal communication skills Be able to engage, motivate and encourage young people Desirable Skills Experience of working with young people A Level 3 qualification in Children & Young People or willingness to work towards one, fully funded by the employer Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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    Added on 29 Sept 2026

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    Residential Childcare Support Worker

    Headway Adolescent Resources - Bristol, Bristol

    £27,866.34 to £34,762.90 a year

    On-sitePermanentFull time

    Headway Adolescent Resources Residential Childcare Support Worker Location: Langford, Bristol Contract: Full Time, Permanent Specific Hours: 38 hours per week Salary Unqualified: Base salary of £27,866.34, earning up to £33,447.67 with sleep-in shifts Qualified: Base salary of £29,181.57, earning up to £34,762.90 with sleep-in shifts Benefits Holiday allowance Pension scheme with a 3% employer contribution Employee Discount Scheme Employee Assistance Programme A sleep-in allowance of £46 per night, as and when required by the needs of the business About Headway Headway Adolescent Resources, established in 1999, has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality residential care for adolescents. We pride ourselves on offering holistic, individualised support to young people from all backgrounds. We're now recruiting Residential Childcare Workers to join our home! About the Role Based in one of our children's residential homes, you'll support young people with challenging behaviour, requiring flexibility, resilience, honesty and strong organisational skills. You'll be committed to delivering high-quality care that helps each young person achieve positive outcomes. This is a permanent role with great career prospects and full training within a growing organisation. You'll work an average of 38 hours per week on a two days on / four days off shift pattern, including two sleep-ins. You'll also receive generous allowances for bank holidays, overtime and a performance-related bonus. Essential Skills A full UK manual driving licence The ability to work independently with accuracy and maintain clear, organised records Strong interpersonal skills and a positive team-player approach Ability to complete daily records to statutory and policy standards An empathetic, patient and supportive approach Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to engage, motivate and encourage young people Desirable Skills Experience working with young people A relevant Level 3 Children & Young People qualification, or willingness to work towards one, which will be fully funded by the employer Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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    Added on 7 Sept 2026

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    Early Years Practitioner - Carlton Hill Nursery - Part Time

    London Early Years Foundation - London

    from £15.35 an hour

    On-sitePermanentPart time

    Early Years Practitioner - Part Time - 25 hours per week (Monday – Friday 1-6pm) Maida Vale, NW8 - £15.35 per hour + amazing benefits We put people before profit: work for a family of nurseries with heart "LEYF has helped my career through on-going training and support." - Caroline, Early Years Practitioner We're the London Early Years Foundation, or LEYF Nurseries for short; a family of 40+ nurseries. Our people love working for us because we focus on the child and their family and give them the best start in life. LEYF is known for quality teachers - we give you strong in-house training and access to promotion. Our nurseries feel independent and community focused, and teams take care of each other. You join a family of nurseries with a great support network. What's in it for you? "LEYF gave me the confidence and the teaching to go further in my job." - Victoria, Room Manager Lots of training, promotions and a good salary for the sector Generous pension at 7% from us (1% from you) 70% discount on childcare fees Up to 35 days off a year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time hours) Sector-leading parental leave Many other benefits that take care of you, including access to the Wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations A bit about the role "We are friends, we are like family. We support one another." - Elizabeth, Early Years Practitioner We know you work in Early Years because you love helping children develop and learn. You are warm and keen to give children the best education to succeed in life. Every nursery shares LEYF's unique teaching model. But you will have the freedom to be creative to suit how the children learn best. Whether you hop on a train to the Science Museum, take a bus to make friends at a nearby LEYF nursery, or bake with your nursery chef, it's always about the children in our nurseries.

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    Added on 3 Sept 2026

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    Level 3 Early Years Practitioner — School Nursery

    senploy

    £110 to £130 a day

    ContractPart time

    The role A welcoming primary school in Waltham Forest is looking for a qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join their Nursery and Reception team on a long-term basis, with a genuine view to permanent for the right person. You'll be working alongside the EYFS teacher and a supportive team of practitioners, leading small group work, supporting continuous provision indoors and out, and playing a key part in the day-to-day care and development of children aged 3-5. The school has a strong, play-based ethos, an established EYFS lead who invests in her team, and excellent outdoor provision. They are looking for someone who wants to stay and grow with them, not just cover a gap. What you'll be doing Supporting the delivery of the EYFS framework across Nursery and Reception Leading focused activities with individuals and small groups, indoors and outside Supporting children's personal care, wellbeing, routines and independence Working closely with the class teacher and, where needed, with children who have additional needs Helping to create a stimulating, safe and well-organised learning environment Building warm, professional relationships with parents and carers What we're looking for Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (CACHE, NNEB, EYE or equivalent) - essential Experience working with children in the 0-5 age range, ideally within a school or nursery setting Sound understanding of the EYFS framework and how young children learn through play Warm, patient and proactive, with genuine energy for early years Strong communication skills and a real team-player approach Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for a new one Two references covering the last two years of employment What's on offer Long-term role with a clear route to permanent A friendly, well-led EYFS team and a school that genuinely supports its support staff Access to CPD and training. A dedicated consultant who knows the school and will support you throughout the placement Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education. As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent.

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    Added on 5 Sept 2026

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    Highly specialist speech & language therapist - Early Years Team

    CNWL NHS Foundation Trust - Uxbridge

    £55,524 - £62,652 per annum inc HCAS (pro rata if P/T)

    PermanentPart time

    A Vacancy at Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust. Would you like to be part of a friendly and supportive SLT team? Do you want to develop your leadership skills? 0.6 WTE Band 7 role: We are looking for a passionate speech and language therapist to work in the Hillingdon Early Years team supporting children and young people who have a speech, language or communication need. You will be part of a supportive band 7 team - and take a lead in developing projects and supervising more junior staff. Have a look on our Hillingdon Talks, Moves and Plays website to find out about our wider service. • To provide a highly specialist assessment and intervention service for children 0-19 with Speech Language and or communication needs. • To be part of the ADOS assessment process • To provide a highly specialist assessment and intervention service to children 0-19 who have swallowing, eating and drinking difficulties. • To support in the development of training packages to early years settings, staff / parents / other professionals, in order for them to identify concerns regarding the child /young persons needs and implement therapy advice effectively. • To support the service to achieve Key Performance Indicators, maintaining Target Activity Levels and demonstrating impact re quality and outcomes. • To lead on quality governance, audits and projects for the team/service • To be responsible for the performance management of identified team members • To support the team leader in the leading and development of the team • To be responsible with team leader support for service improvement initiatives. • We can offer you: • A buddy who will meet with you every week at first to help you settle in and who you can ask lots of questions • Regular supervision meetings with the team leader every 6 weeks, alongside annual appraisal and informal support • Termly peer supervision meetings where you can discuss difficult cases, read articles together and share your experiences • Regular meetings with the other band 7 SLTs to ensure that the workload is being shared and support given • A busy but manageable caseload • Opportunities to develop your clinical and leadership skills and knowledge through termly study afternoons, shadowing more experienced therapists/ leaders, membership of a CEN, training courses - clinical and leadership · To assess, develop and implement highly specialist Speech and Language Therapy intervention · To provide appropriate highly specialist intervention / assessment and evaluate outcomes. · To demonstrate highly developed auditory and perceptual skills in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of children 0-19. · To facilitate relevant professionals/parents to carry out speech and language therapy programmes/strategies/advice · To monitor the effectiveness of speech and language therapy programmes/strategies/advice being delivered by other relevant professionals/parents and adjust as necessary · To make a differential diagnosis, including complex cases, on the basis of evidence from assessment. · To develop clear packages of care based on best practice and differential diagnosis and to use highly specialist clinical knowledge to inform case management. · To demonstrate clinical effectiveness by use of evidence based practice and outcome measures. · To keep up to date with new techniques and developments for the promotion and maintenance of good practice in own highly specialist clinical area. · To demonstrate the ability to reflect on practice with peers and supervisors and identify own strengths and development needs. · To manage caseload independently and to prioritise workload using highly specialist · To recognise potential breakdown and conflict when it occurs and seek toresolve using highly developed negotiation skills, seeking further support from team leader if necessary · To ensure that children / young people, their families and schools / nurseries are involved in the planning and implementation of their care · To maintain sensitivity to the emotional needs of children & their families, especially when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the child’s difficulties and its implications. · To attend case conferences & core group meetings for children / young people on the caseload, where appropriate · To submit safeguarding reports to case conferences ad reviews · To record all concerns and discussions/supervision regarding safeguarding issues in Systmone clinical notes · To attend safeguarding supervision for all children / young people with a Child Protection Plan at least every 12 weeks · To provide safeguarding supervision (when trained) for team members on a rotational basis. · To work independently and to access clinical supervision sessions on a regular basis & actively contribute to own appraisal on an annual basis. · To collate evidence of professional development related to the RCSLT CPD log · To demonstrate highly developed negotiation skills across a range of issues and to negotiate with others around case management in highly complex cases. · To deal with complaints sensitively avoiding escalation where possible, and to inform the team leader in a timely fashion. · To communicate highly complex information from assessments and ongoing therapy to children / young people, families and other professionals. · To write outcome focused reports, and programmes/target sheets reflecting highly specialist knowledge which meet the needs of the child / young person · To support the development of, and adhere to, service plans and policies giving constructive feedback as appropriate. · To advise team leader on issues of service shortfall or pressure. · To assume delegated leadership responsibilities and tasks as requested by TL. · To work within infection control and health and safety guidelines. · To report all incidents in a timely fashion and access learning following incident investigation outcomes & complaints. Attend training to complete incident investigations. · To support other team members in the reporting of incidents in a timely fashion · To work within legal frameworks including: SEND reforms e.g Statutory EHCP assessments, London safeguarding procedures and policies. · To attend, contribute to and present at Team and Departmental meetings. This advert closes on Friday 25 Sep 2026

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    Speech & Language Therapist Early Years Complex Needs (& Dysphagia)

    NHS Jobs - Bristol

    £39,959 to £56,515 a year

    ContractFull time

    See attached Job Description and Person Specification for full list of requirements before applying to this position.

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    Added on 11 Sept 2026

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